Notable: The first two starts of his career weren’t good; just a sophomore, Kincade passed for 159 yards, no scores and two interceptions in losses to Bell Glades (Fla.) Central and Fort Lauderdale (Fla.) St. Thomas Aquinas. Since then, Skyline’s record with Kincade is 39-3.

Quoteable: “He’s a little more disciplined in the passing game than [Murray or Korry]. He doesn’t want to take off as much. He wants to extend the play and make something happen.” — McCullough

Notable: Right now, Murray might be more of a scrambler than pocket passer. But that’s expected to change. He has the arm and other attributes to become a great passer, and his father is noted quarterback guru and former Texas A&M QB Kevin Murray.

Quoteable: “Any time you’re a sophomore, you are going to be still learning. But he’s coming of age. You have to be careful coming after him, because he’s a very accurate passer.” — McCullough

Notable: Hill has become more accurate and prolific as the year has progressed, and that’s scary — considering he entered 2012 as the defending SportsDayHS offensive player of the year. In fact, the stats for Hill — a Texas A&M pledge — are better now than they were at season’s end in 2011.

Quoteable: “He’s smart and efficient, but the thing that sticks out is when you see him, you say ‘look at that big son-of-a-gun coming at us.’” — Arlington Martin’s Bob Wager

Notable: White might not look the part (5-8, 140), but opposing coaches say those that underestimate his passing ability do so at their peril. When combined with running back Dontre Wilson, there’s not a faster zone-read duo in the state.

Quoteable: “His biggest attribute is that he can extend plays and make good things happen. Lots of kids can make something happen. He makes good things happen.” — Mansfield’s Jeff Hulme

Notable: Hobbs’ production would have been more prolific if Laquvionte Gonzalez, one of the most explosive receivers in the state and a Texas A&M pledge, was not forced to move to running back because of the team’s injuries. Hobbs (6-2, 200) is committed to Arkansas State.

Quoteable: “He’s got a college-sized body. When he lowers that shoulder, he’s a load. Joey [McGuire] does a great job of using him in their goal-line package.” — Hulme

Notable: While Sotonye Jamabo has emerged as a star for Plano West in the playoffs, Korry’s performance over West’s six-game winning streak has been impressive as well. Over that span, he’s rushed for 10 scores and passed for 1,089 yards and five touchdowns.

“I think he’s the X-factor with those two great running backs. He’s smart and a winner, and what he does in the running game, he splits your defense into thirds.” — McCullough

Notable: Martin has been largely unheralded during Birdville’s 13-0 run. But his stats are staggering — especially since this is his first varsity season at QB. Coach Jim Skinner said that Martin (5-10, 175) is still waiting to pick up his first offer at any level.

Quoteable: “He’s got the whole package. He’s a great leader. He’s effective in the run game, a good passer, and with their zone read game, he makes them go.” — Saginaw coach Mike Peters

Notable: Heard — a Texas pledge — is the most heavily recruited player on this list. His size (6-3, 190), arm strength and athleticism give him a dynamic that few in the state possess. A junior, he still struggles with his accuracy. But if he’s on, watch out.

Quoteable: “He’s a stud. Obviously, he’s a great runner, but he can throw the football well, too. [Guyer coach John] Walsh does a great job putting him where he can succeed.” — Peters

Notable: Jordan is the most successful starter in Centennial history, winning 24 games in two years. He’s relied more on his arm as a senior, but he can run; committed to Arkansas as a receiver, he rushed for 920 yards and 11 scores as a junior, averaging seven yards a carry.

Quoteable: “He’s a patient, good runner. He throws the deep ball well, but he scrambles to throw — keeps his eyes down field at his receivers.” — Kimball’s Carlton Nelson

Notable: While he possesses a strong throwing arm, Ramsey is built like a fullback (6-3, 225) and runs like one. He might not be the most fleet-footed quarterback on this list, but much like Hill, he’s tough to bring down between the tackles.

Quoteable: “He is one tough guy — an extraordinary competitor. That epitomizes that kid. Tough, physical, like a bull. He took some shots in our game, and got right back up.” — West Mesquite’s Mike Overton

Notable: He might be the most elusive runner on the list, but that comes with the funkiest throwing motion of the dozen. Then again, Ayers isn’t trying to play quarterback at the next level; a Washington State pledge, Ayers is projected as a slot receiver.

Quoteable: “He’s a complete athlete. … On those dive-read runs, the more he has the ball in his hands, the more they’ll be successful.” — Nelson

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